Solana
Proof-of-stake Layer 1 blockchain with SOL as native token and a 5,000 lamport base fee per signature.
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Solana key facts
| Category | Layer 1 blockchain |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Mainnet, RPC |
| Token | SOL |
| Fees | 5,000 lamports per signature base fee, plus optional prioritization fee |
| Open source | Yes (Agave validator client) |
| Company | Solana Foundation (non-profit, Zug, Switzerland) |
SOL token
- Price
- $121.8 +1.9% 24h
- Market cap
- $71.6B
- Fully diluted value
- $77.4B
- 30-day change
- +14.1%
Market data: CoinGecko, updated Sep 26, 2026. Educational content, not financial advice.
What is Solana?
Solana is a proof-of-stake Layer 1 blockchain whose fees are paid in SOL. Each transaction pays a base fee of 5,000 lamports per signature, split 50% burned and 50% to the validator, plus an optional prioritization fee. The Solana Foundation is a non-profit based in Zug, Switzerland.
Solana pros and cons
- Base fee fixed at 5,000 lamports per signature
- Half of each base fee is burned
- Validator client Agave is public on GitHub
- Prioritization fees go 100% to the validator and add cost when competing for block space
- Default compute limit is 200,000 CU per instruction; heavier programs must request more
- Fees are always paid in SOL
Solana FAQ
What is Solana?
Solana is a proof-of-stake Layer 1 blockchain whose fees are paid in SOL. Each transaction pays a base fee of 5,000 lamports per signature, split 50% burned and 50% to the validator, plus an optional prioritization fee. The Solana Foundation is a non-profit based in Zug, Switzerland.
How much does Solana cost?
5,000 lamports per signature base fee, plus optional prioritization fee, according to Solana’s own page (checked Sep 26, 2026).
Does Solana have a token?
Yes, SOL. Its market cap was $71.6B on CoinGecko on Sep 26, 2026. Educational content, not financial advice.
Sources
How this page works
Sources: Solana: official site, Solana: Fees docs, Solana: Agave GitHub repository. Data as of Sep 26, 2026.
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